Peter Lodahl

Peter Lodahl is a Professor in quantum physics and technology at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, and serves as Director of the Hybrid Quantum Networks Hy-Q Center of Excellence. He leads the Quantum Photonics Group and holds the position of Deputy Section Leader of Quantum Optics at the institute. Lodahl has established himself as a leading researcher in quantum optics and quantum information processing with solid-state systems.

His research focuses on developing fundamentally new quantum hardware for quantum-information science, specifically deterministic single-photon sources, spin-photon interfaces, and photonic quantum gates. His work has pioneered the demonstration that light emission can be fully controlled through intricate photonic nanostructures, enabling deterministic quantum interfaces between light and matter. His research spans quantum simulators, quantum repeaters, and quantum key distribution, all contributing to the development of a quantum internet.

Lodahl's publication record shows a strong focus on quantum networks, photonic quantum technologies, and quantum information processing. His recent work demonstrates significant advances in deterministic photon sources, quantum entanglement generation, waveguide quantum electrodynamics, and practical implementations of quantum technologies. His research has shifted from fundamental demonstrations toward practical quantum applications and hardware development.

• EliteForsk Price (2016)
• ERC Advanced Grant (2015)
• ERC Consolidator Grant (2010)
• Young Researcher's Award by the Danish Research Council (2005)

Lodahl has supervised 25 MSc students, 23 PhD students, and 17 postdocs since 2005. He has attracted over 200 MDKK in research funding from sources including ERC, Danish Research Council, VILLUM Foundation, Innovation Fund DK, and A.P.Møller Foundation. As Director of the Hy-Q Center of Excellence and Scientific Director for the Center of Quantum Innovation, he oversees significant research infrastructure and initiatives in quantum technology.

He leads the Quantum Photonics Group at the Niels Bohr Institute and was PI for the Quantech infrastructure proposal accepted on the Danish Roadmap for Research infrastructure with a total budget of 40 MDKK. His group collaborates internationally and has developed numerous technologies including 5 patents in photonic quantum technology and a co-founded quantum-tech start-up company.